The 2016 Vivaltus, a proprietary blend from the Ribera Del Duero region in Spain, has garnered exceptional praise from various reputable wine reviewers. This red wine, produced by Vivaltus, is a blend predominantly composed of Tempranillo, with contributions from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, sourced from old vines.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the 2016 Vivaltus a score of 96, describing it as "ethereal and perfumed, elegant and nuanced, with notes of violets, wild berries, and herbs." The review highlights its "ultra-refined tannins" and "fine, chalky minerality," noting that the wine is "clean and focused" with a "long, tasty finish." The review also mentions that the wine fermented in stainless steel and aged for around 12 months in French barriques, 20% of which were new, yet there is "no oak in the nose."

Jane Anson, also scoring it 96, emphasizes the wine's need for decanting, stating, “Needs time to open up, as even at five years old it has muscles and well-framed fruits, but it is so worth the wait of a few hours in a carafe.” She praises its "fragrant raspberry leaf, sandalwood, tobacco, pencil lead, juicy black cherry, blood orange, and melted tannins," calling it a "standout" in its debut vintage. Anson also notes the high-altitude vineyards, up to 1000 meters, and the involvement of consultants Jean-Claude and Jeff Berrouet.

Decanter gave the 2016 Vivaltus an impressive score of 97, calling it "a remarkable wine" and part of "a welcome new trend in Ribera del Duero." The review highlights its "elegant and refreshing" nature with "very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak, and just a hint of leafiness from 5% Cabernet Sauvignon."

Vinous awarded the wine 95 points, describing it as “garnet-red in hue” with “undergrowth, plum, and blueberry hints, wrapped in a cedar frame,” and notes of "mint and menthol." The review praises its “finely-grained tannins and a polished texture” leading to an “alluring, long-lasting, balsamic finish.”

James Suckling also scored the wine 96, noting its "scented white pepper, botanical, floral nose with a fine stemmy touch" and "cherry, blue plum, and spice notes." The review describes it as "contained and pure, with firm but silky tannins" and a "long and juicy finish," highlighting its "elegant and restrained expression from the region."

Overall, the 2016 Vivaltus stands out for its elegance, complexity, and refined tannins, making it a noteworthy debut in the Ribera Del Duero region.